TheRajasthanElectricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has proposed amendments in rules to simplify the development of renewable power projects.
RERC has proposed three new regulations to align with the Green Energy Open Access Rules, 2022. These regulations include the Green Energy Tariff, Green Certificate, and Ratings. For this, RERC has issued the draft Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination from Sources (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023.
The new regulations allow consumers to choose whether they want to buy green energy for a portion or all of their energy consumption. They can ask their distribution licensee to provide the desired amount of green energy. Consumers have the option to request separately for solar and non-Solar Energy. They can purchase more renewable energy voluntarily, in steps of 25% up to 100%.
The proposed amendment by RERC indicates that the cross-subsidy surcharge and additional surcharge will not apply if a non-fossil fuel-based waste-to-energy project supplies power to open-access consumers. Additionally, the cross-subsidy surcharge will not apply if green energy is used to produce green hydrogen and ammonia.